Hyperglycemia Is Major Systemic Risk Factor For Diabetic Microvascular Complications,

“Hyperglycemia is the major systemic risk factor for diabetic microvascular complications, such as retinopathy, nephropathy and diabetic neuropathy, but other still-unidentified factors likely play a role in influencing the progression of microvascular disease, according to a new Scientific Statement released by the Endocrine Society.” Specifically, “a task force of 12 researchers outlined the general pathogenesis of microvascular disease in diabetes and its impact on specific tissues, detailing cellular and molecular mechanisms of injury, as well as several potentially protective factors.” The statement was published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. https://www.healio.com/endocrinology/diabetes/news/in-the-journals/%7B5ece287a-5f4f-42cc-8ce5-770bf96057b8%7D/endocrine-society-multiple-pathways-link-hyperglycemia-with-microvascular-complications-of-diabetes